Advanced Software Engineer for Linux Platforms in Crypto and Cross Domain Solutions

Join a mission-focused team building the next generation of cryptographic products for cross domain solutions. This fully on-site role in Scottsdale, AZ combines hands-on embedded Linux debugging with technical leadership, working alongside cross functional partners to deliver practical capabilities for national security.

Salary: USD 124,397 - 138,003 per year. Experience: 5+ years. Clearance: Department of Defense Secret clearance required at time of hire. Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

You will support the crypto and cross domain solutions group as a member of a cross functional team responsible for designing and developing next generation cryptographic products. The work includes leading the software development process and applying platform skills to deliver reliable outcomes.

• Lead the software development process
• Apply embedded Linux debugging techniques to troubleshoot and resolve platform issues
• Collaborate with a cross functional team on the design and development of next generation cryptographic products

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field
• 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
• Agile experience preferred
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire
• Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Due to the nature of work performed within facilities, U.S. citizenship is required

Technologies you may work with

Embedded Linux and modern tooling are part of the platform environment, with exposure to areas such as cryptographic and cross domain architectures and secure deployment practices.

• embedded Linux
• Vitis
• Petalinux
• Xilinx SoC (Zynq Ultrascale+/Versal), Zynq Ultrascale+, Versal
• SW Defined Radio
• Satellite applications
• Secure Red/Black Separation architecture
• Docker, podman
• Windriver Linux
• AI

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Flex time off
• Paid parental leave
• Healthcare benefits
• Health & wellness programs
• Employee resource and social groups

Additional workplace details include a flexible schedule with an every other Friday off option (9/80 schedule). Learn more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits.

What sets you apart

• Ability to lead the software development process
• Expertise applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
• Collaborative team mindset with interest in providing technical leadership and developing others
• Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
• Embedded Linux debugging expertise
• Experience with Vitis/Petalinux/Xilinx SoC (Zynq Ultrascale+/Versal) is a plus
• Experience with SW Defined Radio or Satellite applications is a plus
• Experience with Secure Red/Black Separation architecture is a plus
• Experience with Docker and podman on Linux is a plus
• Experience with Windriver Linux is a plus